Girls of Color Are Getting Their Periods Earlier. No One Quite Knows Why.
Researchers have linked early menstruation to an increased risk of health problems later in life.
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Researchers have linked early menstruation to an increased risk of health problems later in life.
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A hot tub or a sauna after a hard workout can be amazing. But is it as healthy as it feels?
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Some influencers say that doing so can offer benefits. We looked at the evidence.
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Universal screenings for the inherited disease promised to get babies diagnosed and treated sooner. But they still miss some children of color.
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Is Shrimp Good for You? It’s Complicated.
Americans love their prawns. So how healthy are they — for us and for the planet?
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A 20-Minute Intense Workout That’s Easy on Your Joints
HIIT routines are typically both high intensity and high impact. But you can still get the hard work while being easy on your body.
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What Gen Z Gets Wrong About Sunscreen
Surveys suggest young adults are soaking up misinformation about sunscreen and skin cancer. Here are the basics for staying safe.
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Bird Flu Virus Found in Beef Tissue
Muscle from a sick dairy cow tested positive for the virus. The meat did not enter the commercial food supply, which officials said remained safe.
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How to Swim for Fitness, and 5 More Water Workouts
Beach and pool season are starting. Why not get a little exercise while you’re in the sun?
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Are Ingrown Hairs Preventable?
The dreaded bumps can occur anywhere you shave, wax or pluck. Here’s how to avoid them.
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If it’s not medically necessary, you may want to consider the risk of antimicrobial resistance.
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Stinky Feet? Here’s How to Quell the Smell.
A mix of bacteria and sweat are likely to blame, experts say. But small changes can go a long way in reducing odors.
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Why Is It So Hard to Shower When I’m Depressed?
Issues with hygiene are common symptoms of depression. Here’s why, and how to make bathing a little easier.
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In 6 Minutes, You Can Be Done With Your Workout
Our three short workout videos will get your heart pumping and give you a full-body workout without a trip to the gym.
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Seven poses to help you wake up and feel energized, whether you’re an expert or a beginner.
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A gentler version of a popular workout keeps you moving while keeping your body off the floor.
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The worker had respiratory symptoms, unlike the first two. But the risk to the public remains low, federal health officials said.
By Apoorva Mandavilli
The prevalence of post-traumatic stress disorder among college students rose to 7.5 percent in 2022, more than double the rate five years earlier, researchers found.
By Ellen Barry
The perception of taste is remarkably complex, not only on the tongue but in organs throughout the body.
By Joanne Silberner
Calligraphy, which means “beautiful writing” in Ancient Greek, is seeing a surge of interest from younger people who say it offers a meditative and creative escape.
By Jenny Gross
With consistent conditions, affordable prices and a friendly vibe, a wave pool in Waco, Texas, proved to be an ideal place for a beginner to find her footing.
By Nora Walsh
Molly Mirhashem, an editor on the Well desk, wants to motivate readers of all ages and experience levels.
By Josh Ocampo
Medicare Advantage plans say it reduces waste and inappropriate care. Critics say it often restricts coverage unnecessarily.
By Paula Span
And other essential questions about protecting your skin from the sun, answered by experts.
By Nia Decaille
A new analysis of dozens of studies has identified the most common warning symptoms in adults under 50, whose rates of colon and rectal cancer are on the rise.
By Roni Caryn Rabin
The results bolster evidence that virus-laden raw milk may be unsafe for humans.
By Apoorva Mandavilli
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